Prepare the Allspice: In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the whole allspice berries until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Using a mortar and pestle or a spice grinder, crack the allspice berries into coarse pieces.

Caramelize the Shallots: In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-low heat. Add the sliced shallots and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the shallots are golden brown and caramelized, about 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Prepare the Garlic Confit Butter: In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over low heat. Add the minced garlic and simmer gently for about 10 minutes, until the garlic is soft and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.

Season the Steaks: Pat the New York strip steaks dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and the cracked allspice.

Cook the Steaks: Heat a grill pan or cast-iron skillet over high heat until very hot. Add the steaks and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until your desired doneness is reached. Remove from heat and let the steaks rest for 5 minutes.

Assemble the Dish: On a serving plate, place the rested steaks. Top each steak with a generous spoonful of the caramelized shallots and drizzle the browned garlic confit butter over the top. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves if desired.

Serve: Enjoy your Cracked Allspice and Caramelized Shallot-Crusted New York Strip with your favorite sides.